Legal Assistant

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
23-23
Entry level
Professional Services • Social Impact
The Role
Support legal staff by monitoring court proceedings, attending hearings, preparing filings and reports, tracking mandatory court reports and calendars, communicating with courts and attorneys, and ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements. Travel to hearings as needed.
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  ****Average hourly is $23.49 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, etc.)****

Legal Assistant

TFI Family Services, LLC is a private nonprofit organization providing quality care and support services to children in foster care and foster/adoptive families. As a partner with state agencies, TFI recruits, trains, and supports foster and adoptive families across multiple states.

Position Summary: The Legal Assistant supports agency staff and legal counsel by monitoring court proceedings, ensuring timely and accurate court filings, and promoting effective communication between the agency and the court system. This role helps ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor court proceedings to ensure timely filing of reports and accurate staff participation
  • Attend hearings and support staff preparation and testimony
  • Track mandatory court reports and maintain hearing calendars
  • Communicate concerns related to court participation and compliance
  • Prepare detailed reports for legal counsel
  • Maintain professional relationships with courts and attorneys
  • Travel as required to attend hearings

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency underwriting standards

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive pay and flexible scheduling
  • Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous paid time off, holidays, and longevity bonuses
  • Employee Assistance Program and referral incentives

If you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.

TFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Apply online at: www.tfifamily.org/employment 

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency underwriting standards
  • Completion of Predictive Index Assessment
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The Company
83 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides efficient and effective administrative services to nonprofits and small businesses. They offer a wide spectrum of solutions, including finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, facilities management, program support, risk management, and training, enabling these organizations to reduce administrative burdens and focus on their core missions and clients' needs.

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